Appendix B. Care & Maintainence; Cleaning - Monarch 9460 Service Manual

APPENDIX B. CARE & MAINTAINENCE
This chapter explains how to
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clean the printhead, platen roller, and the
supply sensors.
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clear label jams.
Caution: Do not use sharp objects to clean the
printhead. This may damage the printer
and require a service charge.

CLEANING

The rate and frequency at which you print determines
how often you must clean the printer.
You may need to clean the printhead and platen roller
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after using seven to ten (7-10) rolls of
supplies.
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in extreme temperatures, humid conditions or
a dirty environment.
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when you see voids in the print.
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after a label jam.
You may have to clean the supply sensors more often
if you frequently receive supply error messages.
Use any of the following items to clean the printhead:
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a soft cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol
Caution: Use isopropyl alcohol on the
interior areas only; never use it on
the exterior.
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a Monarch cleaning pen (part number
114226)
To clean the printhead, platen roller, and supply
sensors:
1. Turn off the printer by pressing and holding the P
button until the display is blank.
2. Open the supply door by pushing down on the
release buttons on both sides of the printer. The
supply door should swing open.
Release
Button
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3. Lay the printer on its back.
4. Caution: Ground yourself by using your field
service static kit.
5. Clean the printhead with a clean soft cloth
moistened with isopropyl alcohol, a cleaning pen,
or a small brush.
Note:
Do not use sharp objects to remove
adhesive or label particles from the
printhead area.
6. Clean the platen roller with a cleaning pen or a
clean soft cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol.
7. Turn the platen roller with your finger to clean the
entire surface.
Platen Roller
Printhead
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